COVID-19
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Christien Ford U of A students voice disapproval for fall courses switching online last minute
The students are calling for consistency as the University of Alberta switched many courses online right before the Fall 2021…
Read More » - Rosty Soroka
In-person U of A classes will continue as of Monday September 20
In accordance with the Government of Alberta’s newly announced public health measures, the University of Alberta will continue in-person operations…
Read More » - Vivian Lam
U of A cancels in-person classes for Thursday September 16
UPDATE: At 12:30 a.m. on September 16, 2021 this article underwent substantial updates. The Gateway’s initial article was written after…
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U of A researcher identifies galectin-9 protein as possible culprit for inflammation in COVID-19 patients
A recent University of Alberta study found a correlation between increased levels of galectin-9 protein and pro-inflammatory cytokines in the…
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U of A will require COVID-19 vaccines to attend campus, starting in November
Starting on November 1, the University of Alberta will require campus community members to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to…
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Students’ Union announces Get Your Shot vaccine contest, offering free tuition in the fall as a prize
Vaccinated students returning to campus this fall will have a chance to win a full semester’s worth of tuition, along…
Read More » - Mitchell Pawluk
U of A mandates masks indoors, requires unvaccinated to undergo rapid testing in fall semester
The University of Alberta will require unvaccinated students, staff, and faculty to undergo rapid testing for COVID-19 in the fall…
Read More » - Rosty Soroka
Students’ Union advocates to Hinshaw for stronger health measures on campus
The University of Alberta Students’ Union (UASU) has drafted an open letter addressed to Dr. Deena Hinshaw, the Chief Medical…
Read More » - Areeha Mahal
Open letter requesting for mandatory vaccinations and masking, air quality information, and rapid testing at U of A circulates online
The University of Alberta is currently not mandating vaccines or masking for the upcoming fall semester, prompting the circulation of…
Read More » - Timothy Caulfield
U of A professor helps create social media campaign aiming to tackle COVID-19 misinformation
A University of Alberta professor is working alongside other researchers on a social media campaign to promote evidence-based information about…
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